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McCall's #AngieMcCalls M8162 pattern review by SKanour

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SKanour
AK United States
Member since 1/12/25
2 Reviews (patterns: 2)
Skill: Intermediate
Type: Pants
Fabric: Cotton Twill  [See other projects in this fabric]
Fit: Fitted (wearing ease)

Pattern Description: misses jeans and overalls with four versions, wide leg with back pockets only, narrow leg with two front sewed on pockets and one back pocket, and two overalls.

Pattern Sizing: E5 14-16-18-20-22

Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?yes, but larger

Were the instructions easy to follow?yes

What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern?I like the stitching details, fit and narrow legs. In general, I didn’t like the pockets. They were a little small and the front pattern placement ended up a little off. That may have been my fault.

Fabric Used: Brushed Cotton Twill color “Jade”

Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I cut a size 22 waist band and graded to size 18 hip. I did not change the inseam, maybe next time I will shorten it 1 inch or so.

Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? yes, I will sew view A with the wider leg, and I would recommend to others.

Conclusion: these are a cute pant, they have a high waist and the legs taper to a narrower opening at the hem. The zipper is at the side and has a tab with a button. I’ll wear them with the color coordinating top I made, by themselves I thought they looked like scrubs because of the color. Maybe next time I’ll use a stretch denim and cut a smaller size. Maybe I’ll change the pockets too!


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7 Comments
LoveLilacs said...(1/24/25 2:55 PM ET)   
The color is awesome! Great fit. Looks really nice on you.
  
KVK said...(1/24/25 12:12 PM ET)   
Love the colour. Sounds like you can easily fix the pocket issue next time.
  
Nannerl said...(1/24/25 11:19 AM ET)   
Nice pair of pants! Looks like they fit very well! I like the look of the pockets; too bad they're a bit small. This is a great color which should go well with quite a few colors.
  
SewRosemary said...(1/24/25 6:15 AM ET)   
Cut outfit! Does not look like scrubs.
  
Kvmceff said...(1/23/25 4:49 PM ET)   
Love the color and the fit. Great work.
  
NEMDF said...(1/23/25 2:34 PM ET)   
Your pants look great! And what a great excuse to look for some more bold prints to coordinate!
  
hildajo said...(1/23/25 1:17 PM ET)   
Wow? Those look great! I would never have given this pattern a second look but will have to reconsider. Thanks.
  
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